May 06, 2026  
General Catalog 2026-2027 
    
General Catalog 2026-2027
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PHYS 4A - Mechanics and Wave Motion




Prerequisite: GE Area 2 (formerly GE B4) with a C grade or better: MATH 75  or MATH 75A  and MATH 75B  
Prerequisite or Corequisite: MATH 76  with a C grade or better

Topics in classical Newtonian mechanics including linear and circular motion; energy; linear and angular momentum; systems of particles; rigid body motion; fluids; gravity; wave motion and sound. GE Area 5A (formerly GE B1) when taken with PHYS 4AL .

GE Area/Graduation Requirement: GE Area 5A (formerly GE B1)

Units: 3
Course Typically Offered: Fall, Spring



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